1990 Audi V8 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33

To start off, both 1990 Audi V8 and 1990 Ginetta G33 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ginetta G33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi V8 1990 Ginetta G33
Make Audi Ginetta
Model V8 G33
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 3947 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5280 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.4:1
Top Speed 244 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 874 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 41 L


 

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